A special award, chosen by Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, recognizes an individual whose leadership, advocacy, and commitment have advanced efforts to prevent litter, strengthen enforcement, and support a cleaner, more beautiful Louisiana. Honorees demonstrate vision, collaboration, and a willingness to champion meaningful solutions that further the mission of Keep Louisiana Beautiful.
Representative John Illg has shown a longstanding commitment to ending litter in Louisiana through his leadership and advocacy. A dedicated supporter of Keep Louisiana Beautiful and member of the KLB Foundation Board, he has worked closely with us over the past two years during legislative sessions to identify ways to increase revenue for litter abatement, including efforts to raise the driver’s license renewal fee. He has championed legislation to ban balloon releases and led the charge in passing a bill expanding the jurisdiction of state park rangers, empowering them to enforce litter laws statewide—a change that could transform how Louisiana addresses simple and gross littering.
